Permafrost thaw already threatens tens of millions of dollars of NWT infrastructure and it's only going to get worse. Are there any solutions we can afford?
PositionCaitrin was a Local Journalism Initiative reporter for Cabin Radio in 2022 and 2023.
JoinedJanuary 30, 2022
Local Journalism Initiative reporter, Dehcho and housing. Contact Caitrin
Despite highlighting the importance of consulting Indigenous leaders about drug decriminalization, neither the NWT nor Ottawa appear set to do so.
Speaking in Yellowknife, the federal transport minister elaborated on plans – including public-private partnerships – to get more money into critical minerals.
In what could be a precedent-setting move, an NWT community is changing its approach to scientific licensing with a view to regaining sovereignty over research.
NWT communities often have a hard time finding lifeguards. Hay River is offering free training and certification to try to solve the problem.
"It's hard to get things done. It's frustrating." As boards across the NWT struggle for volunteers, Inuvik's Great Northern Arts Festival put out a plea.
